21 Questions With Ese Peters

I got a chance to have the gifted musician, Ese Peters on 21 Questions this week. 21 Questions is our own way of getting to go a little bit extra into the life of our favourite musicians. Ese is the beautiful voice behind 'Omote' which was nominated at the Headies for Best R&B video & Best male Vocals. To vote for him, text  'BR&B Omote' to 32051 and 'BVP Male Ese Peters' to 32051 (seperate texts)    

  Hello Ese, how are you today? I'm very good, thank you.  What is your full name? My full name is Ighrakpata Peters Esere Ose  Where and when were you born? 30th March 1989. I was born in Warri, Delta State  What state are you from? Delta State  Do you have any nicknames? Yes I do...Boyplu (Boy Peter Loves You) long story lol *facepalm* How did music start for you? Music started in church. My sister was in the choir and I used to go to their practice with her. I some how found out I could sing and did so in church as I grew up. I got a guitar when I was 15, started to hone my skills through school and began to play small shows in Benin as well as in Lagos.  What's your education history like? I attended St. Leo's Nursery and Primary school Ikeja then Command Day secondary school, Maryland. I then proceeded to the University Of Benin, Benin City where I earned a B.SC in Political Science and Public Administration in 2008.  So, what's your relationship status? I'm in a relationship with my music.  What are your hobbies? Traveling, listening to podcasts, watching documentaries, writing short stories.  What is your best colour? Blue. Food? Beans and plantain.  Who would you like to work with in the industry? Seun Kuti, Femi Kuti, Nneka, Asa, Paul Simon, Ryan Teddler.  Who is your role model? My mother.  Music personalities that inspire you? Paul Simon, John Mayer, Kris Okotie, Seun Kuti, Bono Hewson, Johnny Rzeznik, Dave Matthews.  Challenges in the Nigerian music industry? Challenges range from non-existent structures for music distribution and remuneration for owners of intellectual property, to inadequate technical know-how in terms of sound quality at events. Happiest Moment? When my niece was born Saddest Moment? Don't think I have one  What do we expect from Ese in the nearest future? Working on a few new projects that would be made public soon, I have new songs that will be released soon as well.  Any future plans? Collaborations? Give us a sneak peak. I have some collaborations in the works, one with the Kenyan singer Sara Mitaru, Efya, Sound Sultan and some other artistes who I respect  Who's your celebrity crush? Emmanuelle Chriqui  What football club do you support? I support any club that's winning but I kinda like Liverpool.  What would we not see Ese wearing? And why? Grills, cause I think they're silly.  And that's it, do well to vote Ese at the Headies and follow him on twitter (@EsePeters). See you next week!   - Franklin Ugo

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